Developing sustainable solutions & technologies through research & education

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PhD student Suman Lata in Dubai at the UN climate change conference COP28
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Explore Undergrad Majors

For students with a passion for science, bio-based technology, environment and sustainability, and the advancement of the business related to them.

BBE & SSM 

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Pursue Graduate Study

Our graduate degree program explores renewable bio-resources utilization with focus on environmental sustainability and global advancement of business.

M.S. & Ph.D.

Discover BBE Research

With expertise and a proven record in innovation & collaboration, we develop solutions for a bio-based economy, ecological health, and sustainability.

Research

Upcoming Events

  • BBE Seminar Series

    March 20, 3 PM - 4 PM

    Join us March 20th for a seminar on Capturing Carbon in the Soil: How Farmers and Applied Technologies Are Enabling a New Frontier in Sustainability, presented by Chris Danner, a Carbon Supply Analyst for Land O' Lakes. 

  • Sustainability Coffee Chats

    March 22, 10 AM - 11 AM

    The talk will include a high level look at Sustainable Aviation Fuels from a variety of viewpoints, including BBE Professor Shri Ramaswamy. There will be a discussion on the current market, technological advancements, and how this may impact the future of air travel.

  • BBE Major Info Session

    March 27, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM Virtual Info Session

    Join us for an info session to learn more about our Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering program. 

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